The wedding of football star Luis Díaz captured the spotlight and headlines on June 14, when he promised to cherish his long-term partner, Gera Ponce , in front of God. The Guajiro forward garnered numerous praises from his followers for the lavish celebration and the grand party he held at a recognized club in Barranquilla.
However, one detail caught the attention of both attendees and curious onlookers gathered outside the church. James Rodríguez , who many hoped would attend accompanied by his new girlfriend, ended up blowing off his national team buddy by not showing up for the significant event.
Yet, he wasn’t the only major absentee at the Catholic ceremony, where Lucho Díaz pledged eternal love to the mother of his children: Radamel Falcao and Lorelei Tarón were also notably missing. These absences left fans of the Colombian national team disappointed, as many had anticipated seeing their favorite players at both the entrance and exit of the wedding service.
Days after the impressive wedding, where Lucho showcased his love for vallenato music by featuring Silvestre Dangond , Elder Dayán , and Daniel Geles , the real reason behind James Rodríguez not being able to join his friend in his celebrations came to light. The Colombian national team captain was seen the same day at another event in the United States.
Thanks to images circulating on social media, it was clarified that the midfielder from Club León was in Boston , engaging in promotional events with a sports footwear brand, which is his official sponsor. These activities included initiatives to promote sports among youth . Moreover, he received recognition from Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey for his contributions to football and his positive impact on young people.
His absence from the wedding sparked comments among fans, considering the professional and personal bond shared by the two players. Nonetheless, James’s schedule in Boston , validated by his social media posts and media reports, made it evident that commitments with his sponsor were the primary reason for not attending. Such commercial events are standard practice for figures of his stature, and rumors of personal conflicts leading to his absence were unfounded.
Videos circulating on social media helped reveal who attended the event that paused the sandy town. Among those present were Fabinho from Al-Ittihad , Daniel Muñoz from Crystal Palace , Jhon Lerma from Junior de Barranquilla , along with Juan Guillermo Cuadrado and Matheus Uribe’s wife .
The first to arrive were Mané Díaz and his wife Cilenis Marulanda , the footballer’s parents, accompanied by his siblings Jesús and Roller . The wife of Matheus Uribe , Cindy Álvarez García , also posted some snippets of the celebration on her Instagram Stories, attending solo due to the footballer’s injury. Through her posts, she provided a glimpse into the extravagant celebration of one of Colombia’s most beloved couples.
In another post, the pair could be seen leaving the church , hand in hand, smiling, and greeting the hundreds of people who had gathered to catch a glimpse of the football star. The reception took place from 8:00 p.m. at the Marriott Hotel in Barranquilla , a venue chosen by the footballer to celebrate the promise of love made at the altar.
Among the artists that formed part of the impressive lineup for the celebration was Elder Dayán Díaz , son of the legendary Diomedes Díaz , as well as the sibling duo Criss & Ronny . Gregorian chants accompanied the nuptial march of the Colombian national player and his now-wife, adding the touch of glamour required for the event.